Rick Steves' Europe: Rome, Italy
An after-dark walk takes in the Eternal City’s most famous fountains, grand palaces, a soaring temple, candlelit outdoor cafes and street musicians
- By Rick Steves
- Smithsonian.com, May 01, 2010

(Bob Krist / Corbis)
Rome's Piazza Navona offers a rich night scene, with street music, aritsts, fire-eaters, local Casanovas, ice cream, Bernini fountains and outdoor cafes.
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Comments (2)
Its beauitful! I love learning about different cultures, espically in Europes!
Posted by Therese on February 22,2011 | 01:52 PM
The other fountain that is really fantastic to see at night is the Trevi Fountain. There is information about that area at http://www.best-of-rome-italy.com/trevi-fountain-rome.html
This is a fun area to walk around at night with little squares, winding streets and outdoor cafes.
Posted by Karen on May 13,2010 | 03:54 PM